Communities express gratitude as Sarkin Samari constructs Yantrailer–Fudawa bridge

By Akudiang Comfort Pius, Jos

Relief has come to the people of Yantrailer and Fudawa communities in Jos North Local Government Area as Bitrus Gado, Sarkin Samari of Yantrailer Traditional Council, constructed and handed over a vital bridge linking the two settlements.

The project, known as the Bitrus Gado Sarkin Samari Yantrailer–Fudawa Bridge, was commissioned on 6 September 2025 at Yantrailer and Fudawa by Adagwom Aring, Village Head of Fudawa, who described the initiative as a source of pride. “I am proud of him and pray for more blessings upon his life. This is a legacy project that will serve generations,” he said.

Before now, residents were forced to take long detours through Tina or trek across unsafe paths to cross over, making daily life and economic activities difficult. The bridge has therefore been hailed as a lifeline and a much-needed intervention.

Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Barrister Daniel Auta said: “We are all happy seeing that one of us was able to do something like this. This bridge will go a long way in alleviating the sufferings of the Yantrailer and Fudawa people.”

The youth leader of Yantrailer Forum, Naanwul Dakur, also praised the project as an inspiration for young people. “We don’t have to wait for government all the time. By taking up such challenges, we can build a greater Nigeria. This has encouraged us to do more good within our community,” he said.

Similarly, the Village Head of Yantrailer, Sunday Azi Izang, expressed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of his people. “It is not easy, especially in our condition today, for someone to take on and complete a project of this magnitude. We thank him, we bless him, and we pray for his long life, peace, and prosperity. Let us all emulate this gesture and join hands to develop Yantrailer.”

The beneficiaries from both Yantrailer and Fudawa communities poured out appreciation, blessing Sarkin Samari for what they called a “rare and selfless sacrifice” that would forever transform their lives.